Napoli close in on Chelsea defender after Badiashile’s medical
Benoit Badiashile completed his medical at Napoli on Wednesday, travelled to the club’s base in Naples and joined the squad, bringing the French defender from Chelsea a step closer to finalising his move. The €3m season‑long loan, with a €27m purchase option, was confirmed after the player passed the second stage of his examinations.
Medical clearance in Rome
According to Corriere dello Sport, the Frenchman passed the second stage of his examinations, cardiology tests, at Villa Stuart in Rome on Wednesday, having already cleared the first part on Tuesday. The medical results confirmed Badiashile’s fitness for the upcoming season.
Loan terms and future option
Napoli secured a paid loan worth €3m for the season for the Chelsea defender. Club owner Aurelio De Laurentiis holds an option to make the transfer permanent in June 2027 for an additional €27m.
After the medical, Badiashile travelled to Naples and linked up with his new teammates in the afternoon. He arrived following a morning training session at Castel Volturno. The squad’s training camp in Castel Volturno has been the hub for new signings this pre‑season.
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Head coach Massimiliano Allegri is expected to assess Badiashile on the training pitch before deciding his role in the defence. A press conference is scheduled for Thursday ahead of Napoli’s season opener away at Genoa. Allegri’s assessment will influence the defensive lineup for the upcoming match against Genoa.
Matteo Politano told Radio Kiss Kiss that the additions of Badiashile and fellow newcomer Alessio Favasuli make the team “very competitive”. He added that fans at the training camp were close to the squad and preparations were proceeding well. He emphasized that the depth added by the newcomers strengthens Napoli’s options in both domestic and European competitions.
Politano also praised Allegri’s man‑management, noting the coach’s direct approach brings out the best in each player. He said Allegri cares a lot about working well and maximising each player’s characteristics.